Questions tagged [devi]
Devi is the feminine form of the Divine worshipped as Parvati, Lakshmi, Saraswati and many other forms. Also, known as Shakti.
83
questions with no upvoted or accepted answers
2
votes
0
answers
92
views
If Kundalini awakening is the most potent form of Yoga and requires intense sadhana, what is this ‘westernised version’ being followed by just anyone?
This is rather a confusing stance for me. It’s usually said Kundalini awakening needs proper receptivity and grace, guru initiation is one out of the many necessary methods to reach there and ...
2
votes
0
answers
147
views
What Vivekananda really saw in vision during his meditation in Kanyakumari and his prophecies about Hinduism?
Swami Vivekananda before his chicago visit made a visit to south india, while southern Indian trip itself is very interesting as he even wrote about it a lot, I want to focus on his Kanyakumari visit ...
- 3,033
2
votes
0
answers
48
views
I am trying to find the meaning of the word मासितरत्नों that i came across in shrimad devi puran can anyone please explain?
जहां एक स्वर्णजटित, मासितरत्नों की आभा से मंडित मनोरम सिंहासन this is present in third skanda. I have already tried googling but have not found it .
2
votes
0
answers
102
views
Are all Gods and Goddesses omnipresent?
NOTE: I am not just talking about Krishna, but all Devatās. Most answers here tend to be Vaishnava-centric, and only cite examples involving Krishna or Vishnu.
- 965
2
votes
0
answers
172
views
Importance of Bhairav in Kul
Kuldevi is considered to be important in day to day worship.
Also, heard about Kul-Bhairav, shankar and ganesh specific to the particular Kul along with Kuldevi.
What is significance of the ...
- 131
2
votes
0
answers
59
views
What is the significance of amritaghateshwara temple?
The.famous temple of abirami (goddess)-amrita ghateshwara (shiva) at Tirukkadiyur has an interesting fact that it also contains Lord Vishnu temple alongside. It has many miraculous and special stories ...
- 19.1k
2
votes
0
answers
85
views
What are the spiritual benefits of worshipping goddess Gouri?
As goddess Gouri is connected to feminine aspects of brain (emotions, love, devotion etc). Will worshipping goddess Gouri helps us to ( helps mean being lubricant or catalyst ) make us femininely ...
- 15.6k
1
vote
0
answers
44
views
Forms of Parvati/Durga that depict her riding a wolf
Agni Purana, in 'Describing the Characteristics of An Idol of Devi Parvati' says the following:-
10b-13. (In the worship of the manifest form of the goddess) (the
goddess should be worshipped) as ...
user31835
1
vote
0
answers
36
views
Rishi Viswamitra created a new heaven, could not produce food for him and his family?
So i was reading srimad devi bhagavata purana in which its mentioned the story of Trisanku and sage viswamitra. in that story its stated sage viswamitra's family was living in raja Trisanku's kingdom ...
1
vote
0
answers
19
views
Nama mantras for Devi Parvati in shaanta swarup without bija aksharashas?
Can someone list down some nana mantras of Devi Parvati which do not contain Bija aksharas,and that which meditate on Mother’s calm forms?
Thank you.
- 1,594
1
vote
0
answers
28
views
Devi ganga journey
Hey guys I'm looking for information on devi ganga whole journey from her creation in Goloka and breakdown of the journey to earth.
What purana or scriptures will be good. And even better if there is ...
- 51
1
vote
0
answers
334
views
Is it okay to Chant Devi Durga mantra "OM DUM DURGAYE NAMAH" to aid in sleeping?
Is it appropriate to chant the Durga mantra "Om Dum Durgayei Namaha" to aid in sleeping.
- 53
1
vote
0
answers
106
views
Worship of multiple Devis/avatars?
Please understand from the outset that I am a Westerner who is very new to the idea of bringing Hindu precepts into my life formally, so anything foolish or ignorant I say should be taken with that in ...
- 11
1
vote
0
answers
35
views
Why is Mariamman sometimes depicted as having red skin?
Mariamman is a fertility goddess primarily worshipped in Southern India. My family in Coimbatore lives near one of her temples, and the last time I visited, I noticed that they'd changed the Murti. ...
- 3,310
1
vote
0
answers
65
views
What are all the Authentic Tantra Scriptures accepted by the Srikula branch of Shaktism?
Can someone list all the authentic Tantra Scriptures that are accepted by the Srikula Branch of Shaktism?
user30051
1
vote
0
answers
64
views
How were Chanda and Munda born?
Chanda and Munda were asuras who were killed by Kali. This is alluded to in many hymns and prayers to Devi, such as in the Mahishasura Mardini Stotram and the Lalita Sahasranamam.
But there is little ...
- 33
1
vote
0
answers
356
views
Can I worship Chinnamasta?
I am very fascinated towards Maa chinnamasta!
But after searching about her,I found out that she is the most terrible deity to invoke without a Guru
I came across a mantra on youtube 'Chinnamasta ...
- 31
1
vote
0
answers
87
views
Is there any story of Devi like this mentioned in Shakta scriptures?
We know that there are many sects in Hinduism and also each sect has a supreme deity. In the puranas, sometimes we get to see about the compassionate side of the gods/goddesses.
In the Bhagavata ...
- 1,364
1
vote
0
answers
36
views
Durga devi associated with Anthills
In South India, I have visited many Devi(amman) temples which are associated with Anthills like the Putlur Amman temple - The suburb is famous for the temple dedicated to Goddess Angala Parameswari (...
- 1,218
1
vote
0
answers
88
views
Names/list of prominent or well known bhakts of Devi in India
I’ve been a Hindu-mytho addict for many years now so listened to and watched/read many stories from Hinduism with notable and respected Shiv-bhakts and Vishnu-bhakts.
So, lots of info re bhakts of ...
user28094
1
vote
0
answers
98
views
Do Shakta beliefs explain Hindu cycles of time?
Hey guys I had to delete my first account, I was the new Shakta one with the vegan puja questions.
My question here is : Are there places in the Shakta texts where cycles of time are explained ?
Like ...
user28094
1
vote
0
answers
39
views
Who is Chaturpadh Devi?
Which god/goddess or energy is known as chaturpad devi? Is there any description available or what is her form and qualities? It would be great if anybody could answer it!
Thank you
- 11
1
vote
0
answers
202
views
Which scripture talks about 'Hreem' bija mantra other than Devi bhagvatam? I am talking about Hreem/Devi Pranava/Tantrokt Paranava
In devi bhagvat I saw some description of Devi Pranava Hreem.But those were not sufficient. I want to know the power of Hreem. And what does it can do.
I want to destroy all of my sins of every birth. ...
- 311
1
vote
0
answers
34
views
Is there any reference / mention about Jeen Mataji in Hindu epics or Vedas?
My mother believe in Jeen Mataji. I've also visited the temple in childhood. But I feel it's just a belief made by people of Rajasthan state. (Not saying it's a bad thing). But I'm not sure about it.
...
- 111
1
vote
0
answers
122
views
Who is the deity of Devi Puran (A.k.a Mahabhagwat)?can you explain more?
According to Devi Puran Mahabhagwat, when vyas ji wanted to know the param tatva, he started to meditate on Shakti at the top of himalaya. After hard penance devi appeared as Akashvaani and said vyas ...
- 311
1
vote
0
answers
77
views
What's the connection between the Red Sandalwood and the Deví (Shakti)?
I have heard at several places the intrinsic link between the Deví (Durga/Uma/Shakti) and the Red Sandalwood (Rakta-Chandan - रक्त चंदन ).
Several "pandits" or astrologers advice doing the ...
- 12.9k
1
vote
0
answers
78
views
Marital status of Devi
In manidwipa varnana Devi is praised with her husband.
In durga saptasathi devi says to the servant of sumbha she marries a man who defeats her.
Is she married?
- 11
1
vote
0
answers
66
views
Does anyone have access to the texts or manuscripts of the Parameswara Tantram and the Vadavanaliya Tantram?
Paarameshwara tantra ( Contains Unmatta bhairava panchanga)
Vaadavaanaliya Tantra ( Contains Shweta Kaalii panchanga)
Does anyone have access to the texts or manuscripts of these two Tantras?
Is it ...
- 331
1
vote
0
answers
329
views
How does Mother Parvati change Her form to Mother Sati?
As per the answer to the question : Wouldn't most of the incarnations of Devi be of Sati, not Parvati?
Thus after six months of Brahma, present Parvati also leaves her body and then after ...
user17294
1
vote
0
answers
780
views
What are the original forms of Mahakali,Mahalakshmi and Mahasaraswati?
According to 'Pradhanic rahasya' of Durgasaptasati, goddess Adi Shakti has three incarnations - Mahalakshmi, Mahakali, MahaSaraswati,but they are described to have four arms each which is a ...
- 308
0
votes
0
answers
71
views
Who is more important for Devi? - Her consort or son?
Whom does Devi love more? Her consort or her Children? Please don't say both! Please.Say only one. Devi once said to devtas that she can even give her life for her child. And please provide, if events ...
- 311
0
votes
0
answers
95
views
What mantras for pursuing kama/artha life?
I was taught gayatri mantra at a young age and I do it daily as it helps a lot with my daily meditation
In hinduism, moksha is the ultimate goal. But also there is the role of artha, kama, and Dharma. ...
- 1
0
votes
0
answers
145
views
Difference between CHANDI NAVASATHI MANTRAMALA and Durga Sapthasathi!
The Sri Devi Mahatmyam, Sri CHANDI NAVASATHI MANTRAMALA' restored by 'Sri Sri Sri Gopanandanatha' adheres to the principle of Sanathana Dharma and guides one to achieve 'Gnana' and eventually attains ...
- 17.3k